What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Tanzania?

RwandAir, SWISS, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Tanzania

What airlines fly to Tanzania?

Ethiopian Air, Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Tanzania from Chicago according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 57% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Tanzania. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Tanzania on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Tanzania?

Prices for flights from Chicago to Tanzania are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Tanzania?

As of August 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from Chicago to Tanzania.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Tanzania?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Tanzania.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Tanzania?

The required travel and health documents for your Tanzania trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Tanzania. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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6:28 pm - 5:50 pmORD-JRO

39h 22m2 stops

10:05 am - 12:10 pmJRO-ORD

34h 05m2 stops

$1,001

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Sat, Sep 13 - Sun, Oct 5

10:15 am - 5:55 pmORD-DAR

23h 40m1 stop

12:15 pm - 8:40 amDAR-ORD

28h 25m2 stops

$1,002Ethiopian Air

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Fri, Sep 12 - Thu, Oct 30

7:20 pm - 4:25 pmORD-JRO

37h 05m2 stops

9:05 am - 2:50 pmJRO-ORD

37h 45m2 stops

$1,049Qatar Airways

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Sun, Sep 14 - Wed, Sep 24

7:20 pm - 7:35 amORD-JRO

28h 15m1 stop

9:05 am - 2:50 pmJRO-ORD

37h 45m2 stops

$1,091Qatar Airways

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Tue, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 24

7:50 pm - 1:55 amORD-ZNZ

22h 05m1 stop

4:30 am - 9:40 amZNZ-ORD

37h 10m1 stop

$1,114Turkish Airlines

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Wed, Oct 8 - Wed, Oct 15

7:50 pm - 1:55 amORD-ZNZ

22h 05m1 stop

2:55 am - 9:40 amZNZ-ORD

38h 45m2 stops

$1,125Turkish Airlines

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Wed, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 14

7:00 am - 3:55 pmORD-JRO

24h 55m2 stops

4:45 pm - 12:17 pmJRO-ORD

28h 32m2 stops

$1,138Kenya Airways

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Mon, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 4

4:15 pm - 7:55 pmORD-JRO

19h 40m1 stop

12:45 am - 3:00 pmJRO-ORD

22h 15m1 stop

$1,151Delta

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Tue, Sep 9 - Mon, Sep 15

5:10 pm - 11:15 pmORD-JRO

22h 05m2 stops

9:05 pm - 9:21 pmJRO-ORD

32h 16m3 stops

$1,161Delta

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Tue, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 24

7:00 am - 1:45 pmORD-DAR

21h 45m2 stops

8:55 pm - 12:38 pmDAR-ORD

24h 43m2 stops

$1,173Kenya Airways

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Wed, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 22

Turkish Airlines flights from Chicago to Tanzania

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on Chicago to Tanzania flight tickets

Turkish Airlines

Oct 8

ORD7:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

22h 05m

1 stop

ZNZ1:55 amZanzibar Intl

Oct 15

ZNZ4:30 amZanzibar Intl

37h 10m

1 stop

ORD9:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,114

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Turkish Airlines

Oct 8

ORD7:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

22h 05m

1 stop

ZNZ1:55 amZanzibar Intl

Oct 14

ZNZ2:55 amZanzibar Intl

38h 45m

2 stops

ORD9:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,125

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Turkish Airlines

Sep 14

ORD7:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

21h 45m

1 stop

JRO1:35 amArusha Kilimanjaro

Sep 24

JRO5:05 amArusha Kilimanjaro

36h 35m

1 stop

ORD9:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,149

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Ethiopian Air flights from Chicago to Tanzania

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Ethiopian Air

Sep 12

ORD10:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

23h 40m

1 stop

DAR5:55 pmDar Es Salaam

Oct 30

DAR12:15 pmDar Es Salaam

28h 25m

2 stops

ORD8:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,002

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Ethiopian Air

Oct 2

ORD10:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

24h 00m

1 stop

ZNZ6:15 pmZanzibar Intl

Oct 12

ZNZ12:05 pmZanzibar Intl

28h 10m

2 stops

ORD8:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,052

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Ethiopian Air

Nov 5

ORD9:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

23h 10m

1 stop

DAR5:55 pmDar Es Salaam

Nov 22

DAR12:15 pmDar Es Salaam

28h 25m

2 stops

ORD7:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,092

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Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoArusha

ORD - JRO

ORDJRO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/13

6:28 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops39h 22m

Arusha Kilimanjaro

Sun 10/5

10:05 am-12:10 pm

2 stops34h 05m

$1,001

ChicagoDar Es Salaam

ORD - DAR

ORDDAR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/12

10:15 am-5:55 pm

1 stop23h 40m

Dar Es Salaam

Thu 10/30

12:15 pm-8:40 am

2 stops28h 25m

$1,002

ChicagoArusha

ORD - JRO

ORDJRO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/14

7:20 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops37h 05m

Arusha Kilimanjaro

Wed 9/24

9:05 am-2:50 pm

2 stops37h 45m

$1,049

ChicagoArusha

ORD - JRO

ORDJRO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/2

7:20 pm-7:35 am

1 stop28h 15m

Arusha Kilimanjaro

Wed 9/24

9:05 am-2:50 pm

2 stops37h 45m

$1,091

ChicagoZanzibar

ORD - ZNZ

ORDZNZ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/8

7:50 pm-1:55 am

1 stop22h 05m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 10/15

4:30 am-9:40 am

1 stop37h 10m

$1,114

ChicagoZanzibar

ORD - ZNZ

ORDZNZ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/8

7:50 pm-1:55 am

1 stop22h 05m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 10/14

2:55 am-9:40 am

2 stops38h 45m

$1,125

ChicagoArusha

ORD - JRO

ORDJRO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/27

7:00 am-3:55 pm

2 stops24h 55m

Arusha Kilimanjaro

Tue 11/4

4:45 pm-12:17 pm

2 stops28h 32m

$1,138

ChicagoArusha

ORD - JRO

ORDJRO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/9

4:15 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop19h 40m

Arusha Kilimanjaro

Mon 9/15

12:45 am-3:00 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$1,151

ChicagoArusha

ORD - JRO

ORDJRO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/2

5:10 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops22h 05m

Arusha Kilimanjaro

Wed 9/24

9:05 pm-9:21 pm

3 stops32h 16m

$1,161

ChicagoDar Es Salaam

ORD - DAR

ORDDAR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/5

7:00 am-1:45 pm

2 stops21h 45m

Dar Es Salaam

Sat 11/22

8:55 pm-12:38 pm

2 stops24h 43m

$1,173

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to Tanzania

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Tanzania?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Tanzania from Chicago is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $1,330. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. The most expensive day to fly to Tanzania is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,844.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Tanzania?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Tanzania is in the morning. Flights from Chicago to Tanzania during this time can be as low as $1,492. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Tanzania, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,672 per ticket.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Tanzania flights?

You could potentially save up to 9% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Tanzania flight.

Cheap Chicago to Tanzania flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found	$601
Fastest flight time	18h 10m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Tanzania	3 airports

The best one-way flight to Tanzania from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $601. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Tanzania found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,001.

The fastest flight from Chicago to Tanzania takes 18h 10m

There are no direct flights from Chicago to Tanzania. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport - Arusha Kilimanjaro Airport, Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport - Dar Es Salaam Airport and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport - Zanzibar Intl Airport.

There are 3 airports near Tanzania: Dar Es Salaam (DAR), Arusha Kilimanjaro (JRO), Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Tanzania?
Prices for flights from Chicago to Tanzania are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Tanzania?
As of August 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from Chicago to Tanzania.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Tanzania?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Tanzania.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Tanzania?
The required travel and health documents for your Tanzania trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Tanzania. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Chicago to Tanzania

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Chicago to Tanzania with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $856	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,981 reviews	Search Delta flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $869	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,609 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $881	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.9 276 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $883	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,315 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $896	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,945 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom $979	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,385 reviews	Search KLM flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $1,025	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 835 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,030	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,925 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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